The desktop jigsaw is a tool with which you can fix the workpiece to saw different patterns and shapes on it, embodying extraordinary drawings in reality. It is possible to use this equipment for cutting materials according to the type of metal or wood. It is necessary to choose such a unit, given several parameters, because such devices are domestic and professional.
However, the main differences are power and the possibility of continuous operation. The main parameter is power, quality and speed of cutting depend on it. With an increase in power, the operator has the opportunity to perform complex work. When choosing a stationary jigsaw, you should also pay attention to the possibility of adjusting the frequency. In different devices, this option is set in its own way.
For example, in some equipment options you can adjust the rotation speed during sawing, while in others you can only set the frequency before starting work. You must also consider whether the saws of different companies are suitable for the jigsaw, or whether the equipment can be used only with accessories from the same manufacturer.
Overview of stationary jigsaw features
Stationary jigsaw has several advantages. For example, using one narrow file, you can cut in the upper course, create straight, transverse and oblique, as well as inclined and longitudinal lines. The workpiece can be fixed using a special device, this eliminates the shift of material during operation.
Large parts can be machined using countertops. Additional features are:
- comfort and safety during work;
- high precision of lines;
- the ability to process parts with small dimensions;
- sawing 50 mm workpieces.
Stationary jigsaw is a machine for creating blanks. When choosing it, you must also pay attention to the manufacturer. The Jet is one of the most popular. Some craftsmen even make stationary jigsaws on their own, and for this it will not be necessary to prepare too many parts. Typically, wizards use:
- electric hand jigsaw;
- screws;
- plywood sheet.
Overview of some stationary jigsaw models: Dremel Moto Saw
This stationary Dremel jigsaw will cost the consumer 7300 rubles. It is an equipment for cutting parts from plastic and wooden blanks. With it, you can saw an 18 mm sheet. The operator will be able to work in stationary and manual modes. The support sole has a graduated scale surface for precision operations.
The equipment is lightweight and can be transported to the place of work. The stationary Dremel Moto Saw jigsaw is quick to set up because a convenient lever can be used to change nozzles. Convenience in work lies in the fact that the controls are located on the handle, which is why the operator is able to control the tool quite simply.
Model reviews
According to buyers, the jigsaw machine described above operates at a fairly low noise emission, the power of which varies from 77.5 to 88.5 dB. Customers like a long service life, in which the equipment does not require repair. Its length is only 40 cm, which, according to customers, allows you to place the equipment almost anywhere in the workshop or garage.
Features of the electric fret saw "Enkor Corvette-87"
This equipment costs 5300 rubles. and is used for domestic use. The tool is convenient for solving problems in a home or summer house, where the user can make furniture. The stability of the equipment is provided by the legs, and the extended overhang of the frame allows for internal cuts.
This electric stationary jigsaw has an adjustable table, so using the equipment you can perform the most complex cuts. “Encore Corvette” is safe, because the chip output is reduced due to the presence of the chip cover.
The view will not be reduced due to the transparent screen. The work area is quite large, it allows you to process complex workpieces. Such stationary wood jigsaws have asynchronous motors, the saw blade can be easily replaced, and the work table can be installed in an inclined position. As for the saw blade, it can be fixed as desired.
Machine Features JET JSS-16E
This stationary jigsaw, the price of which is 12300 rubles, is used to work with workpieces from:
- Chipboard;
- Fiberboard;
- plywood;
- wood;
- plastic.
The design allows you to work with a huge range of equipment, the consumer will be able to use a file with a pin mount. The maximum thickness of the workpiece is 50 mm, and the number of strokes at idle is 1600 per minute. The power of the tool is 120 watts.
The dimensions of the machine are 615 x 270 x 385 mm. You can tilt the table at an angle of 45 °. The supply voltage is 220 V. When buying supplies, it must be borne in mind that the length of the file should be 127 mm. The equipment weighs 13.5 kg, so a fairly reliable table will be required to install it.
Reviews on the PRORAB 4000 Electric Desktop Jigsaw
The above stationary jigsaw will cost the consumer 6900 rubles. It is used for working with plastic, wood, and is also suitable for processing metal products. To ensure that the saw does not overheat during friction, the design provides for a cooling system that cleans the work area of debris.
The machine is very stable, which is ensured by a wide support base. Suitable equipment, according to customers, for operation in small industries. This device is completely safe, because it has a protective screen, and also shows accuracy in operation thanks to the rotary support and the protractor on the scale.
Consumers like that with this device you can cut at a certain angle. Replacing the files is quite simple, for this there is no need to use additional equipment. The design, according to customers, is very reliable and easy to operate, in addition, it does not imply the need for special maintenance.
Production of a stationary jigsaw from an attachment to a drill
A stationary jigsaw from the attachment to the drill can be performed by you. The base for it should be made of 3 mm sheet steel. A bracket made in the shape of the letter P is cut out of it. With the help of a clamp, it should be fixed to the drill. For fasteners, use 2 mm sheet steel.
Spring strips are fixed to the ends of the bracket, the thickness of which should be 0.8 mm. The ends should have clamps for the file. They are cut from a 1.5 mm steel sheet. The file is set in motion by a crank, which should be bent from a steel bar. The diameter of the latter should be 8 mm.
The connecting rod is made of 2 mm steel. If you can make such a stationary jigsaw with your own hands, then there is no point in holding it while working in your hands, since it will have an impressive weight. It is recommended to clamp the drill in a bench vise, while the material being processed will be on a small plywood table.
Making a desktop jigsaw from a hand tool
Another method of manufacturing a stationary jigsaw is the use of a hand tool as the basis. It should be fixed to the plywood sheet, for this, at the first stage, a slot for the file is formed. Holes must be made in the plywood and sole of the machine for installing screws.
The design is fixed with clamps to the edge of the table. The blade will be used from a manual jigsaw, but it does not allow you to drink curves and winding lines. The tool, of course, can cope with such work, but beauty and accuracy in this case are not guaranteed, because the file is not as thin as a stationary device. Therefore, the design is recommended to be finalized. To do this, a thin file, which is applied by the beam, is fixed. On one side is a tightening spring, while on the other is a blade.
Second manufacturing method
There is another manufacturing method, it involves the installation of a thin file between two rockers. For work you will need:
- screws;
- table;
- a piece of skin;
- manual jigsaw.
Screws and plates must be removed from the tool. On the table, lines are marked where the holes for the fasteners will be located. A piece of leather is laid at the bottom of the countertop, it will help reduce vibration, then the apparatus is installed. The jigsaw can be fixed with screws selected equal in size.
Conclusion
If from time to time you need to carry out a neat smooth and quick sawing, then you can purchase a jigsaw machine. With its help, it will be possible to complete the work in the shortest possible time, hands will not get tired at the same time, and there will also be no need to hide equipment after each cutting.